Do you ever feel a little blue after the holidays?  I do, especially after putting all the decorations away.  Sometimes I  feel great because it is done, but mostly I am just a little sad knowing it is another year before I have an opportunity to celebrate my favorite time of the year with my favorite people.  Many people tend to be down after the holidays because it is just plain cold and dreary outside.  We all need sunshine and don’t see it enough in January and February.  If you don’t have the privilege of heading to the Caribbean for weeks, here are a five  simple suggestions that may help make your home warm, inviting and a place you want to be.

1.  Add color to your home. This is the best way to defeat that sway of sadness.

•  Start in the room you spend the most time. 
• Add a punch of color in a simple ways: bright colored pillows, throws, artwork, bed-covers, curtains, any accessories.
• Even painting the walls an actual color can change the mood of that room.  Seek out a color specialist if you feel insecure about changing your wall color.

2. If you have a fireplace that can safely burn wood, use it.  If you can’t burn wood or it doesn’t function right, collect several different height candle holders and candles.  Place them in the fireplace so that you can see the flame from different heights.  It will cozy up that living space.  As long as we are talking candles, add scented candles through out your home.   Just don’t forget to blow them out.

3.   Add light!  Don’t be afraid to open your blinds and curtains.  You may want to add brighter bulbs to your light fixtures for the next few months.  Even sprucing up that fixture with a new shade will enhance your room.

4.  Redesign your living room by creating a functional conversation area.  This may require adding or taking a few pieces of furniture out of the room, but you will be surprised how comfortable that same room can be. 

5.  Add fragrance.  In our area we can purchase beautiful flowers at minimal cost.  There is nothing like a fresh bouquet of flowers.  You can always use softly scented candles, as well.

I do hope a few of these hints will help you enjoy your home during the dreary days outside.  Your home should always be a refuge from the world.  If you I can help in creating a more comfortable living space you can always contact me at www.krcinteriortransformations.com